This model is discontinued
AirTAC has phased out the MAL series. The drop-in replacement is AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X10SCA — same bore, stroke, output force, port and mounting, so it fits the same application. Simply order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X10SCA in place of this model. The replacement upgrades to a riveted rolling-packed body and CMSG / DMSG / EMSG sensors (the MAL used CS1-M / DS1-M).
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X10SCA
The AirTAC Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X10SCA is a single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder with a Ø25mm bore and 10mm stroke, G1/8 ports and a fixed rubber bumper. Air drives the push (work) stroke and the spring returns the rod — it rests retracted on air loss. This model is discontinued; the drop-in replacement is the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X10SCA.
- BoreØ25 mm
- Stroke10 mm
- Port sizeG1/8
- Acting typeSingle acting, push (spring return)
- Rod threadM10×1.25
- StatusDiscontinued → AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X10SCA
About the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X10SCA
The AirTAC MSAL25X10SCA is a discontinued single-acting push, spring-return mini cylinder. Air extends the rod for the work stroke; an internal spring retracts it to a fail-safe home when air is removed. This 25 mm bore delivers a usable push force of 176.4 N at 0.5 MPa, and the exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL25X10SCA.
This SKU includes the -S magnet for position sensing. The older MSAL uses CS1-M or DS1-M reed switches, whereas the MSBL upgrade accepts CMSG, DMSG, or EMSG sensors. The MSAL features threaded covers, while the current MSBL uses a riveted rolling-packed body. The CA back cover provides a pivot clevis for arcing loads, and the fixed rubber bumper absorbs end-of-stroke impact without any adjustable cushion.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X10SCA Technical Specifications
| Model | Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X10SCA |
|---|---|
| Series | MAL single-acting mini cylinder (discontinued) |
| Replacement | AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X10SCA |
| Bore size | Ø25 mm |
| Stroke | 10 mm |
| Acting type | Single acting, push (spring return) |
| Port size | G1/8 |
| Rod thread | M10×1.25 |
| Fluid | Air (filtered by 40µm element) |
|---|---|
| Operating pressure | 0.2 – 1.0 MPa |
| Proof pressure | 1.5 MPa |
| Temperature | -20 to +70 °C |
| Speed range | 50 – 800 mm/s |
| Cushion | Fixed rubber bumper |
| Max standard stroke | Up to 150 mm |
Single-acting minimum working pressure is 0.2 MPa (the air must overcome the return spring). Do not apply an external load during the spring return stroke. The AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X10SCA carries the same single-acting ratings.
Usable Push Force (Ø25mm)
| Pressure | Push force (net of spring) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 MPa | 176.4 N |
| 0.7 MPa | 274.5 N |
Usable single-acting force after the return spring — lower than a same-bore double-acting cylinder. Size with a margin.
Model Code: Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X10SCA
| MSAL | Single acting, push (spring return) aluminum-barrel mini cylinder (discontinued). |
|---|---|
| 25 | Bore size in mm (20/25/32/40). |
| ×10 | Stroke length in mm. |
| S | Optional magnet for a CS1-M / DS1-M sensor (MSBL uses CMSG/DMSG/EMSG). |
| CA / U / CM | Back cover: CA pivot, U flat-end or CM round-end. |
Replacement: MSAL → MSBL. Related: MTAL/MTBL (single-acting pull), MAL/MBL (double acting).
Where the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X10SCA Is Used
PCB Ejector Pin
Pushes finished circuit boards out of an inspection fixture using 176.4 N at 0.5 MPa; the spring safely retracts the pin when air drops.
Packaging Flap Deflector
Extends 10 mm to guide carton flaps on a rotary packaging line, relying on the CA pivot clevis to absorb angular machine motion.
Light-Duty Parts Stop
Acts as a temporary stop gate for plastic bottles on a conveyor; the fail-safe spring return clears the path instantly on air loss.
Replacing the Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X10SCA with AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X10SCA
To replace this MSAL25X10SCA, install the MSBL25X10SCA: it matches the 25 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, G1/8 port, PT threads, CA pivot cover, and magnet. Remember the 0.2 MPa minimum pressure required to overcome the return spring, and apply no external load on the spring return stroke. The -S magnet requires changing from CS1-M/DS1-M to CMSG/DMSG/EMSG switches.
If sizing your force requirements, stepping down to a 20 mm bore yields 106.8 N at 0.5 MPa, while stepping up to a 32 mm bore provides 317.7 N at 0.5 MPa. For this 10 mm stroke, side-load risk is minimal, but ensure the CA clevis pin is free to swing to prevent rod binding.
Upgrade checklist
- ✓ Order the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X10SCA (same bore/stroke/force)
- ✓ Same push direction and retracted fail-safe home
- ✓ Min 0.2 MPa; no external load on the spring return
- ✓ Sensor: swap CS1-M/DS1-M → CMSG/DMSG/EMSG
- ✓ Confirm back cover (CA / U) and thread (PT/NPT/G)
Installation & Maintenance Notes
- check Use clean air filtered to 40µm or finer.
- check Keep within 0.2 – 1.0 MPa (min 0.2 to overcome the spring).
- check Apply no external load on the spring return stroke.
- check Avoid side load on the piston rod.
- check Front/rear covers are threaded — not for field disassembly.
- check For new builds, specify the AIRTACMSBLFRONTSINGLEACTINGCOMPACTCYLINDERMSBL25X10SCA instead of this discontinued model.
Airtac MSAL Front Single Acting Compact Cylinder MSAL25X10SCA FAQ
Yes, the MSAL25X10SCA is discontinued. The exact drop-in replacement is the MSBL25X10SCA, which matches the 25 mm bore, 10 mm stroke, CA pivot back cover, and G1/8 port. You will only need to update your position sensors from the older CS1-M/DS1-M to the CMSG/DMSG/EMSG family.
The usable push force is 176.4 N at 0.5 MPa and 274.5 N at 0.7 MPa (maximum 28 kgf). Because it is single-acting push with a return spring, the minimum operating pressure is 0.2 MPa to ensure air overcomes the spring.
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